Villablanca Eduardo J
Division of Immunology and Respiratory Medicine, Department of Medicine Solna, Karolinska Institute and University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden.
Clinical Immunology and Transfusion Medicine, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm, Sweden.
Immunol Cell Biol. 2025 Jan;103(1):27-30. doi: 10.1111/imcb.12841. Epub 2024 Nov 28.
Role models play a crucial role in inspiring and guiding careers in science, offering tangible examples of success and resilience. Reflecting on my journey from a small town in southern Chile to leading a lab at Karolinska Institutet, I've learned that relatable role models are particularly impactful for overcoming imposter syndrome and fostering a sense of belonging in academia. Early in my career, I drew inspiration from peers and mentors, gradually building my confidence and embracing my strengths. Later, exposure to interdisciplinary role models expanded my horizons and shaped my approach to science. Now, as a PI, I see my role as both a coach and mentor, fostering a team dynamic that amplifies individual strengths. Success in science often stems from fearlessness, adaptability and a willingness to seize opportunities, even when the outcome is uncertain. My journey demonstrates that good scientists can come from anywhere, including a small town in southern Chile.
榜样在激励和引导科学事业方面发挥着至关重要的作用，提供了成功和坚韧的切实范例。回顾我从智利南部一个小镇到在卡罗琳斯卡学院领导一个实验室的历程，我认识到，与自己情况相似的榜样对于克服冒名顶替综合症以及在学术界培养归属感特别有影响力。在我职业生涯早期，我从同行和导师那里汲取灵感，逐渐建立起自信并发挥自己的优势。后来，接触到跨学科榜样拓宽了我的视野，塑造了我做科学研究的方式。现在，作为一名首席研究员，我认为自己的角色既是教练又是导师，营造一种团队氛围，放大个人优势。科学上的成功往往源于无畏、适应能力以及抓住机会的意愿，即使结果不确定。我的经历表明，优秀的科学家可以来自任何地方，包括智利南部的一个小镇。
